Desau - Kalsi, Dehradun
Desau is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Desau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desau is 044895. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.26 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Desau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Desau
As per Census 2011, Desau village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 108 males and 103 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 37 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Desau
Desau is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pata(samalta) | North | 0.99 km |
| Thurau | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Danda | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Lelta | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Nichhiya | South | 1.58 km |
| Jadana | West | 1.68 km |
| Jhutaya | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Suryo | North | 1.99 km |
| Deu | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Mandauli | North | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Desau
Desau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Desau is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Desau is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Desau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desau
Where is Desau located?
Desau village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desau?
Desau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Desau?
The pincode of Desau is 248001.
What is the population of Desau?
Desau has a total population of 211, including 108 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Desau?
There are 33 households in Desau.
What is the literacy rate in Desau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desau is 58.29%. Male literacy is 65.74% and female literacy is 50.49%.